Chipley library to host escape room events
Special to the NewsThe Chipley branch of the Washington County Public Library (1444 W. Jackson Ave.) is hosting “lost mummy” escape room events…
Read MoreChipley Council institutes new policy for law enforcement regarding nonviolent civil rights demonstrators
Washington County Newscbreaux@kentsmith.biz A new policy approved by the Chipley City Council on April 9 bars local law enforcement from using “excessive…
Read MoreVernon, Chipley High receive grants
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Vernon High School and Chipley High School are getting financial boosts from a charitable organization. Vernon is receiving $50,000…
Read MoreLeisure Lakes Community Garden unveils plans for a fruit orchard
GARRETT VALCOURTgvalcourt@kentsmith.biz The Leisure Lakes Community Garden, led by Sharon Hobbs, recently hosted an open house and tree giveaway event–attracting over…
Read MoreRogers Insurance Agency ready to recognize 50 years of business
gvalcourt@kentsmith.biz In a milestone event marking decades of service, Rogers Insurance Agency is set to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The…
Read MoreNational Public Safety Telecommunicators Week recognizes public safety professionals
Staff ReportApril 14-20 will be a time to recognize law enforcement and public safety dispatchers. The National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week…
Read MoreCommunity meeting examines how Downtown Chipley could be enhanced
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz A public meeting held at Chipley City Hall on April 11 went over how Downtown Chipley’s look, features, and…
Read MorePotential new Chipley cellphone tower being reviewed by county officials
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz A potential new 160-foot cellphone tower on Worley Road is under consideration by officials in Washington County. The matter…
Read MoreWashington County schools closed Thursday due to anticipated severe weather
Schools in Washington County will be closed Thursday, April 11, due to a forecast of severe weather. “The safety and…
Read MoreChipley police arrest felon who allegedly had sawed-off shotgun
A report of a disturbance at Haywood Drive led to a man being arrested for allegedly having a firearm despite…
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